Students at Monticello Elementary School are collecting special “Monticello” nickels as part of the fundraising effort for the Flights of Learning statue in front of the new school. Only nickels that have Monticello written on the back will be accepted. The goal is for students to help raise at least $2,500 for the statue. The statue is set to be placed in front of the new school when it opens in August, 2014. Community members and former students are urged to contribute to the project. Call the school at 435-587-2241 for more information or to donate.

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